How do I force my iPhone into DFU mode?

Put an iPhone or iPad in DFU mode

  1. Turn off your iPhone or iPad and plug it into your Mac or Windows computer.
  2. Make sure that iTunes or Finder are running.
  3. Press and hold the side button on your device for three seconds.
  4. While continuing to hold the side button, press and hold volume down.

What happens if you put your iPhone in DFU mode?

As soon as you enable DFU mode, your iOS device is accessible to iTunes or Finder at a more privileged level. But going into DFU mode on its own does not change anything on the iPhone or iPad. Note: This mode is useful for installing older versions of iOS if a beta release does not allow you to install an update.

How do I put my iPhone 7 in DFU mode 2020?

Press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds, until the screen turns black. While you’re still holding the power button, press and hold down the volume down button. Continue to hold both buttons down for 10 seconds. If the Apple logo appears, you’ve held it for too long.

Is DFU and Recovery Mode the same?

Differing from recovery mode — where iTunes restores your iPhone to its original factory settings but with the latest iOS and firmware — DFU mode allows you to change and choose the firmware you want to install onto your iPhone.

What does DFU stand for?

DFU

Acronym Definition
DFU Drainage Fixture Unit (plumbing)
DFU Dry Filter Unit
DFU Don’t forget Units
DFU Demand Forecast Unit

How do I put my iPhone 7 in DFU mode without a computer?

Put your iPhone in recovery mode. For iPhone 8/X/XS/XR: Press and release the volume up button and then press and release the volume down button. Press and hold the power button until the recovery screen appears. For iPhone 7/7 Plus: Press and hold the power button and the volume down buttons at the same time.

How do you factory reset a locked iPhone 7?

iPhone 7: Press and hold the Volume Down and the side button at the same time. iPhone 6S & older: Press and hold both the Side and Top buttons. Hold these down until the iTunes connection recovery mode screen appears. Now move across to your PC, and select the “Restore” button in iTunes.

How do I put my iPhone 12 in DFU mode?

How to Enter DFU Mode on iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max

  1. First, press and release the Volume Up button on your iPhone. Immediately after, press and release the Volume Down button.
  2. Continue to hold the side button, but now, hold the Volume Down button too for 5 seconds.